What is AnIML?

Analytical Information Markup Language is the developing XML standard for analytical chemistry data and is currently in pre-release form.  It is a combination of:

• A highly flexible Core Schema that defines XML tagging for any kind of analytical information,
• A set of Technique Definition Documents. These XML files, one per analytical technique, applying tight constraints to the flexible core and in turn are defined by the Technique Schema;
• Extensions of Technique Definitions are possible to accommodate vendor- and institution-specific data fields.

AnIML development is hosted on SourceForge, the world's largest Open Source software development website.

Mission Statement

Our goal is to serve as the open-source development platform for a new XML standard for Analytical Chemistry Information. The project is a collaborative effort between many groups and individuals and is sanctioned by the ASTM under subcommittee E13.15.

Getting Involved

You can get involved by joining the Mailing Lists and participating in the Business and Working Group Meetings.

Project Status

The current core schema and technique definition files are posted on the SourceForge site. The developer area, under the SourceForge CVS repository, is used to implement changes discussed in the working group meetings.